You may think I’m running a bit early, but as a British Canadian, it really is time for me to be thinking about Thanksgiving ideas! Welcome to the Hearth and Soul Link Party.
Canadian Thanksgiving falls on the second Monday in October every year; this year it is October 14th. So there’s just two weeks to confirm my menu and get going on my preparations for our celebration meal with family and friends. Hence, my feature focus this week. For those of you who celebrate in November, this is a great opportunity to get ahead!
At the Hearth and Soul Link Party, you can share blog posts old and new, about anything that feeds the soul. This includes – but is not limited to – family, home, recipes, decorating, crafts, DIY, travel, organisation, book reviews, the arts and self improvement.
What’s Been Happening?
After two weeks in the US on a work trip with my husband, we returned home for just two and a half days before heading out on a vacation week in Canada. We fly home later today.
I’ve been having fun catching up with family and friends, as well as taking a little time out, so I’m still working on posts about our visit to the Magnolia Silos and Magnolia Table, as well as some more new recipes and posts from our travels earlier this year. I’ve been popping in to share your posts though!
I’ve published a few posts this week, including an easy traybake and a couple of recipes perfect for Thanksgiving.
Looking for a quick, fresh, easy, and delicious supper? My One Pan Salmon and Roasted Mediterranean Vegetables is a deliciously spiced and full of healthy ingredients.
You will love this wonderfully Easy Thanksgiving Stuffing Recipe, chock full of crisp celery, plump dried apricots and crunchy pecans. And last but not least,
Whether you serve this Spicy Pumpkin Bundt Cake as an alternative to pumpkin pie, or just keep it on hand to serve as a treat with a hot drink, this easy recipe is sure to become a family favourite.
Thank you all for your support of the Hearth and Soul Link Party! I really appreciate how you are helping the party to grow!
Thanksgiving Ideas at The Hearth and Soul Link Party – Featured Posts
This week’s Thanksgiving ideas featured posts include (from top left, clockwise):-
This Harvest Moon Fall Tablescape from Jenn at Clean and Scentsible has me feeling very inspired to decorate for fall.
I’m so intrigued by this Mock Pumpkin Pie from 3 Boys and A Dog. It looks just like pumpkin pie, and I’m told it tastes just like it too!
Getting too much pumpkin is pretty much impossible for my family, and I know we would love these Pumpkin Pie Bars from Nicole at Mama of Many Blessings.
Jennifer of The Everyday Farmhouse has some beautiful ideas for your Fall Front Porch and two simple ideas for fun fall projects too.
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Comments & Reviews
Jenn says
Thank you for featuring my porch and diy ideas! Happy fall!
April Harris says
It’s a pleasure, Jenn! Happy fall to you too 🙂
Nancy W says
Sure feels like fall today! touch of frost last night! thanks as always for another great party!
– Nancy (Nancy On The Home Front )
April Harris says
Looks like we’ll be having a touch of frost at home soon too, Nancy. Temperatures are heading downwards at night in the south of England. Thank you so much for visiting and sharing!
Jean | Delightful Repast says
April, thank you so much for your sweet comment on my Sally Lunn Buns post–I’m not surprised that you’ve been to Sally Lunn’s in Bath! And thank you for hosting #HearthAndSoul. You are the best link party hostess ever
April Harris says
Thank you so much, Jean! I hope you have a lovely week 🙂
Morsels of Life | CJ Huang says
Wonderful Thanksgiving ideas! I’m especially liking that traybake. Thanks for hosting! I brought by some Cheesy Guacamole this time. Hope you enjoy. 🙂
April Harris says
Thank you so much, CJ. I hope you have a great week!
Miz Helen says
Hi April,
Enjoying an amazing fall day with our daughter that is visiting us. Looks like a great party and thanks so much for hositng!
Miz Helen
April Harris says
Hi Miz Helen, I’m so glad you are enjoying a visit with your daughter! I’ve had such a lovely time catching up with friends and family over the last few weeks. I’m looking forward to getting home now though. I hope you have a wonderful week 🙂
Barbara Harper says
Wonderful links! A friend in Canada posted pictures of their massive snowstorm with 20+ inches of snow. I hope you’re not in that area, or at least that it’s not affecting your travels.
April Harris says
Thank you, Barbara! I’m just flying home from Ontario tonight, so thankfully quite a long way away from where the snow is. It really looks like they are getting a huge amount in Alberta, and it’s so early too!
Treat and Trick says
Thanks for hosting and Happy Fall to you and family…
April Harris says
Thank you! Happy Fall to you and your family too!
Marilyn Lesniak says
Thank you for hosting! This is what was served during the week 9-23- to 9-27 in my home. On Tuesday morning was healthier breakfast of Gluten Free Waffles With Fresh Bananas and Strawberries. Wednesday we snacked on healthy Gluten Free Raspberry Ginger Muffins. Wrapping up this healthy week we enjoyed Apple Corn Muffins. Enjoy!
April Harris says
It all sounds lovely, Marilyn, especially those Raspberry Ginger Muffins! Thank you for sharing!
judee says
April,
Your Thanksgiving menu looks wonderful. I’ve shared a 12 minute Brussels Sprout soup that is one of my Thanksgiving favorites! Thanks for hosting and I’m looking forward to all the wonderful recipes shares!
April Harris says
Thank you, Judee! I like the sound of your soup. We love Brussels Sprouts in our house 🙂
Patrick Weseman says
Thanks for hosting and I hope that you have a wonderful week. Always enjoy posting here.
April Harris says
Thank you, Patrick! I hope your week is wonderful too!
Helen says
April, I love, love, love salmon and I am very into one pan meals! I can hardly wait to try your recipe! Thanks for hosting!
April Harris says
Thank you, Helen. It really is one of our favourites. In fact, I’m making it for supper tonight!
Michele Morin says
My thoughts are also turning to Thanksgiving, and I started scribbling a menu just this week!
April Harris says
You know what they say about great minds, Michele 😉 I do love this time of year!
Lauren Renee Sparks says
Lots of traveling. Sounds fun. laurensparks.net
April Harris says
It really was, Lauren!
Pat says
I’m always looking for new recipes to make for Thanksgiving, as I do all the holiday cooking for our family and some friends. It’s nice to have a few surprise sides along with the turkey. The pumpkin bundt looks good to serve all of Autumn
April Harris says
Thank you, Pat. I must admit, I made the Pumpkin Bundt all year round 😉
Julie says
Hello April, it’s hard to believe that we are already thinking about celebrating Thanksgiving. Sounds like you had a nice time away on your trips. Thanks for hosting and I’m sharing Instant Pot Lentil Soup this week. Enjoy the week. Julie xo
April Harris says
Hello Julie, The year really is flying by, although I admit my focus was sharpened because Canadian Thanksgiving is just a little over a week away 🙂 Our trips went really well, thank you. I look forward to your recipe. Have a wonderful week! xo
Tamy says
GREAT party as always. Thank you for the inspiring ideas and recipes. Have a WONDERFUL week.
April Harris says
Thank you, Tamy! I hope your week is wonderful too 🙂
Dee | Grammy's Grid says
Thanks so much for hosting! I’d like to invite you to linkup your Halloween posts at my party, #AThemedLinkup for All Things Halloween.
April Harris says
Thank you, Dee!
Michelle says
Thanks for hosting!
April Harris says
It’s a pleasure, Michelle 🙂
Jean | Delightful Repast says
April, I love autumn foods. Much as I miss the stone fruits of summer, autumn is sooooo much better for baking! Thank you for hosting!
April Harris says
I totally agree, Jean! Thank you so much for visiting and sharing 🙂